BRN #78 Paula Snow ❖ Off the Grid, Into Recovery

<p>What happens when nature becomes part of our recovery practice?</p><p>In this episode of the Buddhist Recovery Network Podcast, Beth speaks with Paula Snow, Program Director of Off-Grid Retreats, about recovery, Buddhist practice, community, and the healing possibilities of spending intentional time in nature.</p><p>Paula shares how meditation and recovery have shaped her life and work. She describes the care that goes into creating retreats where people can step away from everyday demands, slow down, and reconnect with themselves, their communities, and the natural world.</p><p>Beth and Paula also discuss the mission of Off-Grid Retreats, a sponsor of the 2026 Buddhist Recovery Summit. This nonprofit, nomadic retreat center creates opportunities for people to experience mindfulness, movement, and community in nature.</p><p>Paula will also be presenting at the Summit. Together with Karson Koshin, she will lead <strong>Writing as Recovery Practice: Mindful Journaling, Inventory, and Reflection</strong>. This experiential workshop will use journaling, gratitude, personal inventory, and Buddhist teachings to support insight, accountability, and compassionate self-understanding.</p><p>IN THIS EPISODE</p><ul><li>Paula’s journey through recovery and Buddhist practice</li><li>How meditation has influenced her personal and professional life</li><li>The healing possibilities of spending intentional time in nature</li><li>The vision and mission of Off-Grid Retreats</li><li>Creating welcoming and accessible retreat experiences</li><li>The role of thoughtful hospitality in helping people feel safe and supported</li><li>Why connection and community are essential to recovery</li><li>Bringing mindfulness into everyday activities</li><li>Writing, gratitude, and reflection as recovery practices</li><li>Paula’s upcoming workshop at the 2026 Buddhist Recovery Summit</li><li>Off-Grid Retreats’ sponsorship of this year’s Summit</li></ul><p>PAULA’S SUMMIT WORKSHOP</p><p><strong>Writing as Recovery Practice: Mindful Journaling, Inventory, and Reflection</strong></p><p>Presented by Paula Snow and Karson Koshin</p><p>This experiential workshop explores writing as a recovery and spiritual practice. Participants will work with mindful journaling, gratitude, personal inventory, and reflections on the Four Noble Truths and Noble Eightfold Path.</p><p>The workshop will offer practical ways to use writing for greater insight, accountability, emotional awareness, and compassionate sel